Jacob's Ladder (1880)

By Barbara Wordsworth

Book Overview

Jacob's Ladder is a novel written by Barbara Wordsworth and published in 1880. The story is set in the Victorian era and follows the life of Jacob, a young man who grows up in poverty in the English countryside. Despite his humble beginnings, Jacob is determined to make something of himself and sets out on a journey to London to seek his fortune. Along the way, he faces many challenges and obstacles, including poverty, illness, and betrayal. However, Jacob's resilience and determination help him to overcome these difficulties and eventually achieve success. The novel explores themes of social class, ambition, and perseverance, and offers a vivid portrayal of life in Victorian England. Overall, Jacob's Ladder is a compelling and engaging read that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th-century England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120302846
• ISBN13: 9781120302847
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"